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What day is it again? Oh yea, Administrative Professionals Day

The Office Professionals Place

And that is correct, but many may have forgotten that today is also Administrative Professionals’ Day. All those except administrative professionals, of course. Self-PEP talk builds confidence, rationalizes situations, and are critical. If you walked around your office today and asked, “What day is it?”

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18 Books Every Administrative Assistant and Executive Assistant Should Read

Office Dynamics

Overflowing with secrets, tips, and tools of the profession, this book is a ready resource created by those who “walk the walk and talk the talk” of the complex administrative professional role. This book for administrative and executive assistants is filled with road maps for success, scoring quizzes, real-life stories and examples.

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Is shorthand still a relevant skill for a minute taker?

Practically Perfect PA

As long as you feel confident and comfortable, I think whatever tools you use to take minutes is a personal choice. Her clients have included New Zealand Defence Force, Ministry for Primary Industries, Dairy NZ, Zespri, polytechs, universities, district health boards and councils. And that includes shorthand.

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Skills required to be a good minute taker

Practically Perfect PA

Minute takers must have the confidence to be able to speak up in a meeting (where appropriate) and clarify points. Her clients have included New Zealand Defence Force, Ministry for Primary Industries, Dairy NZ, Zespri, polytechs, universities, district health boards and councils. Assertiveness. Organisation.

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Leveraging Procedures for Effective Training and Onboarding

All Things Admin

General Company Policies Code of Conduct: Expectations for employee behavior and professionalism. Health and Safety: Policies related to workplace safety, emergency procedures, and health guidelines. Equal Employment Opportunity: Statement on the company’s commitment to equality and non-discrimination.

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Black History Month Interview Series: Kyala Johnson

Executive Leadership Support Blog

Inspiring others to be confident and walk in their confidence is what I love about my role. I fought through the stereotypes inflicted upon Administrative Professionals by learning more about the business, asking to be on projects, leading multiple projects, and making a point to have my voice and ideas heard and recognized.

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Black History Month Interview Series: Lacretia Adamski

Executive Leadership Support Blog

Lacretia Caldwell Adamski has 1 5 years of experience supporting C-Suite executives in multiple industries including SaaS, health administration, and higher education. Meet Lacretia Adamski , Senior Executive Assistant at Salesforce.